Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site

05/28/2026

On this day in 1776, Major General Philip Schuyler wrote a letter to General George Washington from Fort George.

“another party is now on the way down, who are under the Circumstances above mentioned, and a Captain Dundee, whom I confined in Kingston Goal, because he refused to give his parole has my pass also to go to Pennsylvania, after making proper Concessions and giving me his parole in writing-“

This letter follows up on an issue Schuyler brought to Washington’s attention in March, when a group of British officers captured in Canada refused to offer Schuyler their parole. In this context, parole referred to the practice of captured officers giving a gentleman’s agreement that they would not attempt to escape, and in return they would be allowed to travel to the place where they would be imprisoned, unaccompanied. If parole was not given, such as in this case, the officer could face harsh penalties.

At this point in the war, there was no standard established for arrangements for prisoners of war- that would come later in 1776 when it became clear the number of prisoners would only be increasing. Commanding officers such as Schuyler would be expected to make judgments on the best course of action depending on the individual situation.

05/26/2026

June is right around the corner, and that means it's time for our first focus tours of the season! This June on Thursdays and Saturdays at 1pm we will be offering our Women of Schuyler Mansion tours that focus on the lives of the women whose stories make up the fabric of Schuyler Mansion.

Reservations are strongly recommended to ensure there is space on these tours. Reservations can be made by calling Schuyler Mansion at (518) 434-0834.

FOCUS TOUR ADMISSION:
Adults: $7
Students/Seniors: $6
Children under 12: Free

05/25/2026

We would like to give a huge thank you to all of the performers, vendors, and volunteers who made this year's Pinkster celebration a success! And thank you to Mayor Applyrs for proclaiming May 23rd as Pinkster Day in Albany!

05/23/2026

Today is the day! Come to Schuyler Mansion from 11am-4pm today for a lively celebration of the traditions of the African diaspora in Colonial New York. This event is free and open to the public.

This year’s festivities will feature musical performances, participatory dance, arts and crafts, and other activities for all ages. Performances include Indigenous reenactor Jennifer Lee, Image Quilt led by Omonike Akinyemi, Jordan Taylor Hill demonstrating musical traditions of the African diaspora, and Operation Unite New York. Local vendors will sell their wares, and community groups will share information and resources. Food will be available for purchase from Allie B’s Cozy Kitchen.

05/22/2026

This week is Little Free Library Week! Stop by Henry Knox’s Little Free Library in the parking lot of Schuyler mansion to grab a book, or donate books inside our Visitors Center.

05/20/2026

This morning, the New York State Museum will participate in the dignified transfer of the remains of Revolutionary War soldiers recovered from the Courtland Street Burying Ground in Lake George, as they begin their final journey home escorted by vintage military vehicles and a motorcycle procession. On Friday, May 22, the soldiers will be laid to rest with full honors during a public reinterment ceremony at Lake George Battlefield Park.

The burial ground was discovered in 2019 during construction work, and evidence recovered from the site linked the cemetery to the 1775–1776 Quebec Campaign of the American Revolution. Since then, Museum researchers, partners, and volunteers have worked carefully to recover and study the fragmented remains of more than 40 individuals, helping restore the stories of those who served and sacrificed during the fight for independence.

Using the DNA analysis techniques available at the time of excavation, our team was able to determine broad European ancestry. We also know that all but one of the individuals were male, with many of the remains belonging to soldiers in their teens and early 20s. Additionally, historical accounts — along with the discovery of military buttons from the 1st Pennsylvania Battalion, established in 1775 — strongly indicate the remains date to the Revolutionary War.

As advances in DNA technology continue to expand what researchers may be able to learn from historic remains, samples and documentation from the excavation have been carefully preserved for future study. While additional analysis is an ongoing area of interest, any future work would be approached thoughtfully, respectfully, and in collaboration with appropriate scientific and cultural partners.

(1) Facial reconstruction created by forensic artist Jenny Kenyon
(2) Archaeologists with the New York State Museum, Department of Environmental Conservation, and Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation conduct salvage excavations of partially intact graves from 2019-2020.
(3) Regimental button from the 1st Pennsylvania Battalion.
(4) Filling buckets to be sifted in August 2019. The Revolutionary War Grand Union flag is flying above.


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05/18/2026

Looking for an outing this Memorial Day? Schuyler Mansion will be open for tours on Monday, May 25th. Reservations are strongly recommended to ensure there is space on the tour. Reservations can be made by calling Schuyler Mansion at (518) 434-0834.

ADMISSION:
Adults- $5
Students/Seniors- $4
Children under 12- Free

05/16/2026

Only one week until the Pinkster celebration at Schuyler Mansion! Come celebrate Pinkster on May 23, 2026 from 11am-4pm at Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site. This event is free and open to the public.

This year’s festivities will feature musical performances, participatory dance, arts and crafts, and other activities for all ages. Performances include Indigenous reenactor Jennifer Lee, Image Quilt led by Omonike Akinyemi, Jordan Taylor Hill demonstrating musical traditions of the African diaspora, and Operation Unite New York. Local vendors will sell their wares, and community groups will share information and resources. Food will be available for purchase from Allie B’s Cozy Kitchen.

Open House tours of Schuyler Mansion will feature special exhibits and personal stories of freedom seekers from Schuyler Mansion, including Diana who sought to escape slavery during the Revolutionary War.

05/14/2026

Margaret “Peggy” Schuyler has been the subject of much speculation due to the scarcity of her own correspondence. Many popular histories have referred to Peggy’s marriage to her cousin Stephen van Rensselaer as an elopement, but is this really the full story?

Find out more about Peggy’s marriage in our new blog: Margaret’s Murky Marriage: Examining Historical Myth

By: Sarah Lindecke Margaret Schuyler, Unknown Artist Popular lore, as told by writers like Mary Gay Humphreys in her book Catherine Schuyler...

05/13/2026

Do you want to see the room where it happened? Starting TODAY Schuyler Mansion is open for the 2026 tour season! Come see the parlor at Schuyler Mansion where Elizabeth Schuyler married Alexander Hamilton in 1780.

Tours take place Wednesday-Sunday 11am-5pm (last tour leaves at 4pm). Space on tours is limited so we recommend making a reservation to ensure space for your party. Reservations can be made by calling Schuyler Mansion at (518) 434-0834.

ADMISSION:
Adults- $5
Students/Seniors- $4
Children 12 and Under- Free